If your company belongs to the transport sector, manages cargo fleets, or distributes auto parts in Colombia, you are well aware that truck and bus tires represent one of the most critical operating costs of your business. In recent years, China has consolidated itself as the leading supplier of these inputs for the Colombian market. However, the rules of the game for importing tires from China to Colombia have just reached a key regulatory milestone.
The Ministry of Commerce, Industry, and Tourism (MinCIT) issued Resolution 213 of 2026, which defines the status of the ongoing investigation for alleged dumping on cargo tire imports. In this article, we explain in a practical way and without complex technicalities what this decision means, how it affects your import costs, and what preventive measures you should take to protect your supply chain.
What is Resolution 213 of 2026 about?
Resolution 213 of 2026 (dated May 25, 2026) adopts the preliminary determination within the administrative investigation initiated in late 2025. The process was opened at the request of ANDI, representing the national producer Goodyear Colombia S.A., to evaluate whether radial tires for buses and trucks of Chinese origin were entering the country under unfair trade practices (dumping).
The measure specifically targets new radial pneumatic rubber tires used for buses or trucks, classified under tariff code 4011.20.10.00.
Will a new tax or tariff be applied immediately?
The short answer is NO. MinCIT determined to continue the investigation without imposing provisional antidumping duties.
For Colombian importers, this means that, for the time being, customs clearance conditions remain the same. No additional tax or tariff surcharge will be applied during this phase. However, the investigation remains open, and the customs authority will continue to gather evidence to issue a final resolution in the coming months, where definitive tariffs could indeed be established.
Technical Analysis: What did the customs authority find?
To determine if dumping exists, the Ministry must compare the export price of Chinese tires with the “normal value” of the product in a third market-economy country (substitute country), due to the significant state intervention in the Chinese market.
The Preliminary Dumping Margin
At this stage, MinCIT selected Turkey as the substitute country for the technical comparison. The results showed the following figures:
| Concept | Value (USD) | Details |
| Normal Reference Value (Turkey) | USD 4.15 / kg | Weighted average FOB export price of Turkey. |
| Export Price (China) | USD 2.26 / kg | Price of imports to Colombia during the analyzed period. |
| Absolute Dumping Margin | USD 1.89 / kg | Difference found between the normal value and the export price. |
| Relative Dumping Margin | 83.63% | Percentage margin relative to the export price. |
Why was Turkey chosen over other countries?
Although exporters proposed countries like Thailand or Indonesia, the authority found that major Chinese manufacturers have relocated their plants to those Southeast Asian nations to avoid tariffs imposed by markets like the US or other WTO members. Therefore, they selected Turkey, which has a significant scale of production and non-distorted market prices.
Why weren’t preventive tariffs applied immediately if there is evidence of dumping?
Even though the calculated dumping margin is 83.63% and there are signs of injury in the financial indicators of the local industry (Goodyear), the Ministry identified other factors that could be influencing this situation and require further study before imposing tariff penalties:
- Limited local supply capacity: The national industry only has the capacity to supply, on average, 33.13% of the Colombian market’s consumption. The country relies heavily on imports to cover the cargo transport demand.
- Imports by the petitioner itself: It was found that Goodyear Colombia S.A. also imports tires under the same tariff code (a volume equivalent to 15.69% of its national sales), bringing a significant portion from third countries at prices very similar to those of China.
- Drop in exports: The national producer suffered a 30.24% drop in its own exports, which negatively affected its financial performance independently of Chinese imports.
Impact on Colombian Businesses and Siacomex Recommendations
Resolution 213 of 2026 acts as a “yellow light” for importers. Although your company’s cash flow will not be immediately affected by surcharges, it is essential to prepare for the final resolution scenarios.
Common mistakes to avoid at this time:
- Assuming the case is closed: Thinking that the lack of provisional measures guarantees there will be no future tariffs.
- Relying on a single source: Keeping 100% of your TBR tire procurement matrix in China, knowing that the risk of a definitive tariff remains active.
- Ignoring the declared tariff code: Failing to audit whether your customs brokers are correctly classifying tires under the investigated tariff code (4011.20.10.00).
Strategic logistics and customs recommendations:
- Diversify your supplier portfolio: Explore importing tires from competitive origins that are not under investigation, such as Brazil (the second most important origin) or India, which have shown stable market shares in Colombia free of restrictive measures.
- Financial and inventory planning: Simulate costs assuming a potential definitive tariff. This will allow you to adjust sales prices in advance or negotiate better freight conditions to offset costs.
- Expert advice on foreign trade: A logistics and customs ally like Siacomex helps you conduct origin studies and tariff code analysis to ensure your operations comply with regulations without paying unnecessary costs.
MinCIT’s decision to continue the study without imposing provisional tariffs grants temporary relief to the transport and distribution sector in Colombia. However, the technical price gap detected (dumping of 83.63%) leaves the door open for definitive measures in the medium term. Your business’s success will depend on the flexibility of your supply chain and your ability to diversify sourcing origins in a timely manner.
Do you want to protect your tire imports against future tariffs?
At Siacomex, as 4PL logistics operators and customs brokerage experts, we help your company design efficient import matrices, source from secure new origins, and guarantee customs compliance in Colombia.
Which tires are specifically targeted by this investigation?
It only applies to new radial pneumatic rubber tires of the types used on buses or trucks, classified under tariff code 4011.20.10.00 originating in China. Tires for passenger cars or other origins are not included.
What is dumping in imports?
It is an unfair trade practice that occurs when a foreign company exports products to a country at a price lower than the price of those same products in their home market or in a reference market, causing injury to the local industry.
If I buy tires from China today, do I have to pay an extra tax?
No. Resolution 213 of 2026 determined that the investigation will continue without provisional duties. Your current customs clearance costs remain under the normal prevailing tariff and VAT rates.
What other countries are good alternatives for importing truck tires?
The resolution itself identifies Brazil as the second-largest supplier to the Colombian market. India and Japan are also recurrent origins that offer quality and stability without being involved in this trade defense process.
